Best Ryan Finkelstein Podcasts (2024)

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A's Take Opener From Mets with Ryan Finkelstein of Locked on Mets 30:23

8h ago30:23

30:23

The A's slugged their way to a series opening win against the Mets. Do not take the A's lightly. Ryan Finkelstein of Locked on Mets knows that. Follow Ryan on Twitter @finkelsteinryan For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now.…

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Meet the Confusing Mets with Ryan Finkelstein of Locked on Mets 32:17

12h ago32:17

32:17

Sometimes in 2024, the Mets have looked incompetent. Sometimes in 2024, the Mets looked like pennant winners. Who will they be for the final month and a half of the season. Ryan Finkelstein of Locked on Mets joins to the show to talk about it. Follow Ryan on Twitter @FinkelsteinRyan Episode Notes 30 years ago, the disastrous 1994 strike began. Home…

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Mets Let A's Series Win Slip Through Their Fingers 31:14

24m ago31:14

31:14

The New York Mets started off Thursday's game with a 5-0 lead, but a blow up by Jose Quintana, followed be struggles from the Mets bullpen cost them a game they had to have. Host Ryan Finkelstein went live on YouTube during the ninth inning of the game, and broke down where things went wrong for the Mets. Also, could the Mets have found a new two-h…

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Mets Show Fight as Alonso Breaks Out in a Big Way 30:22

11h ago30:22

30:22

The New York Mets finally snapped their four-game losing streak on Wednesday, as David Peterson pitched a gem and the bats erupted behind Pete Alonso and Francisco Lindor. Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the win, and what it would mean for Alonso to get hot down the stretch. Also, Francisco Lindor continues to show incredible leadership for this …

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A's Lose Badly to the Mets 29:39

4h ago29:39

29:39

The A's got clobbered by the Mets and will go for the Rubber Match on Thursday. Plus some viewer responses and a clip of Melissa Lockard about stadiums. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast …

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Padres On Fire... Diamondbacks Lurking with Javier Reyes of Locked on Padres 36:25

1h ago36:25

36:25

The good news for the Padres is no team in the NL has played better than them over the last few months. The bad news is the Arizona Diamondbacks have matched them almost game for game. Javier Reyes of Locked on Padres joins the show to survey the rivalry. Follow Javier on Twitter @Javiipeno Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Ibotta is a …

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Are We Watching the Beginning of the End for the 2024 Mets? 29:53

4h ago29:53

29:53

The New York Mets lost again on Tuesday night, marking their fourth-straight loss, as their season begins to spiral. Host Ryan Finkelstein talks about the state of the Mets, and how they still can turn it around, but that has to happen quickly. Also, Starling Marte is nearing his return and Eddie Rosario was signed on a minor league deal. JOIN THE …

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Visiting Failed Locations For Proposed A's Stadiums 33:28

22h ago33:28

33:28

Where did the A's want to build a Bay Area ballpark? This episode visits sites in Oakland, Fremont and San Jose where stadiums were proposed but never built. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Pod…

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New York Mets HAVE to Take Advantage of the Week Ahead 31:19

1d ago31:19

31:19

Today, the New York Mets kick off what is, one paper, their easiest remaining week of the schedule, facing the A's and Marlins at home. Can the Mets take advantage of the road ahead? Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down why the Athletics are no easy task, but still are a team they have to beat. Also, a Locked On Crossover with the host of Locked On ML…

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The 1994 Strike 30 Years Later 34:01

1d ago34:01

34:01

30 years ago, the disastrous 1994 strike began. Home run chases were ended. Pennant hopes for Montreal, Chicago, New York and Cleveland were dashed. And maybe the Steroid Era could have been avoided. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Ibotta Ibotta is a free app that lets you earn cash back every time you shop. Right now, Ibotta is offering our…

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What is the Happiest Moment in Oakland A's History? 31:10

1d ago31:10

31:10

What moment was the happiest for Oakland A's fans in their history? The 1972 World Series? Rickey's Records? The Streak? Let's talk about. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your …

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Did the Mets Play it Too Safe at the Trade Deadline? 32:59

1d ago32:59

32:59

The New York Mets got swept in blowout fashion, as the Seattle Mariners looked like one of the best teams in baseball. Host Ryan Finkelstein recaps the game, and wonders if the Mets should have done more at the deadline. Especially after watching Randy Arozarena and the impact he's having on the Seattle Mariners. Without getting much impact from th…

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Now is Not the Time to Jump off the Mets Bandwagon 22:20

4d ago22:20

22:20

The New York Mets were shut out for the second straight night on Saturday, losing their series against the Seattle Mariners. Host Ryan Finkelstein recaps the loss, and gives his case to fans for why there is no reason to lose faith in the New York Mets now. JOIN THE LOCKED ON METS INSIDER COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonmets Support Us B…

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Mets Top 10 Prospects: Update Post-MLB Draft 34:44

3d ago34:44

34:44

The New York Mets drafted Carson Benge in the first round last month. Will he immediately become a top five prospect in the Mets system? Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down his midseason update of the Mets top 10 prospects. Also, a recap of the Mets loss on Friday night and all the latest from the Wild Card race. JOIN THE LOCKED ON METS INSIDER COMMU…

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Being Positive About the Sacramento A's with Bryan Berube of Sacramento A's Fanpage 33:04

4d ago33:04

33:04

Why be negative about the move to Sacramento? Bryan Berube of Sacramento A's Fanpage certainly isn't. And he has some ideas of how to make the move work. Follow Bryan on Instagram @sacramento.athletics For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click H…

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Discussing the Speedway Classic with Jeff Carr of Locked on Reds 32:11

4d ago32:11

32:11

In 2025, the Reds and the Braves will play a regular season game at Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol Tennessee. Jeff Carr of Locked on Reds joins the show to talk about this match up and other potential non traditional games. Follow Jeff on Twitter @jefffcarr Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Liquid IV No more thirsty summers when you indulge…

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NL Wild Card Could Come Down to the Mets or Braves 35:58

4d ago35:58

35:58

The New York Mets bats finally woke up on Thursday, piling on nine run in their rout of the Colorado Rockies to win the series. In doing so, the Mets moved past the Braves and into a Wild Card spot again. Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the game, and how the Wild Card race could come down to a battle between the Mets and the Braves. Can the Mets …

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White Sox Fire Pedro Grifol with Todd Welter of Locked on White Sox 34:41

5d ago34:41

34:41

Perhaps losing 25 out of 27 games was too much to bear. The White Sox fired manager Pedro Grifol and installed interim manager Grady Sizemore. Todd Welter of Locked on White Sox joins the show to make sense of the autopsy. Follow Locked on White Sox on Twitter @lockedonsox Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Liquid IV No more thirsty summers whe…

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The 2025 Sacramento A's Schedule Has Been Released 26:51

5d ago26:51

26:51

The schedule for the 2025 Sacramento A's has been released. And yes, that is what they should be called. The A's owner John Fisher is so stupid that he can not even comprehend the basics of sports fandom. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Clic…

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Who is There to Play Robin to Francisco Lindor This Year? 31:00

5d ago31:00

31:00

The New York Mets beat the Rockies with a ninth-inning rally on Wednesday night, with Francisco Lindor delivering the game-winning hit. Host Ryan Finkelstein talks about another MVP moment for Lindor, and wonders who is ready to step up as his sidekick for the stretch run. JOIN THE LOCKED ON METS INSIDER COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonm…

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The A's Win Two Of Three From White Sox 28:47

5d ago28:47

28:47

So the A's let the White Sox end their historic losing streak on their home lawn. But the Green and Gold did win the series and welcomed back Mason Miller. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podca…

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Near No Hitters, RIP Billy Bean and the Bonds Record 33:22

6d ago33:22

33:22

Framber Valdez came so so close to his second career no hitter. Isn't it more satisfying to see a no hitter end that way than with a reliever? Rest in peace Billy Bean and remembering Barry Bonds record breaking homer. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Liquid IV No more thirsty summers when you indulge in hydration with Liquid I.V. Get 20% off…

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Five Struggling Mets Who Need to Turn Things Around Quick 28:29

7d ago28:29

28:29

On Tuesday night, the New York Mets lost their third game over the last four on this road trip, as Luis Severino struggled and the bats were kept quiet. Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the loss and discusses five Mets players struggling right now. Also, with Starling Marte set to begin his rehab assignment, how could his return help the Mets down…

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Which 2024 Addition Should the Mets Bring Back in 2025? 31:39

7d ago31:39

31:39

Sean Manaea put together his second gem in a row for the Mets on Monday, helping lead them to a victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. Is Manaea the new ace of the Mets? Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down what has made Manaea so good lately and if he was the best signing the Mets made this offseason. Also, a preview of the Mets vs. Rockies series and…

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Updated Power Rankings Look Good for Cleveland Guardians 25:30

7d ago25:30

25:30

The Power Rankings are up to date. The Cleveland Guardians are the class of Major League Baseball. The Chicago White Sox? Not so much. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Liquid IV No more thirsty summers when you indulge in hydration with Liquid I.V. Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to LIQUIDIV.COM and use code MLB at che…

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Putting the Vaugue in Las Vegas 26:47

7d ago26:47

26:47

Everything is vague and murky in Las Vegas in terms of the funding of an A's ballpark that will probably never be built. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. S…

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Blake Snell's No No, The White Sox Can't Win And Other Weekend Observations 36:02

11d ago36:02

36:02

Maybe Blake Snell was not a bust. He threw a no hitter and helped keep the Giants in the race. Today we review the weekend in games and wonder what happened with the White Sox. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part o…

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Reviewing the A's and Dodgers Series 30:33

8d ago30:33

30:33

The A's and Dodgers faced off for a weekend series. Oakland took game one but could not turn it into a series win. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support…

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Is Pete Alonso Ever Going to Turn It On This Year? 28:09

11d ago28:09

28:09

Playing in his contract year, Pete Alonso is enduring one of the worst seasons of his career. Can he still turn it on to salvage his season? Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down what has gone wrong for Pete and what needs to happen for him to turn it around. Also, how has Mark Vientos' emergence impacted Alonso's future with the Mets? JOIN THE LOCKED …

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New York Mets Can't Afford to Blow Many More Games Like That 20:14

12d ago20:14

20:14

After J.D. Martinez hit a grand slam in the seventh inning on Saturday, it looked like the Mets were set to win another series. Then the bullpen got in the way. Host Ryan Finkelstein recaps the game and talks about the Mets' options to pitch at the end of games as they continue to look for answers. Also, Brandon Sproat has been promoted to Triple-A…

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Paul Blackburn Looks Like the Steal of the Mets Deadline 29:40

13d ago29:40

29:40

The New York Mets could not have gotten a much better first start by Paul Blackburn, who turned in a strong six innings to pick up his first win. Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down the start, and what Blackburn can bring to the Mets moving forward. Also, Blake Snell threw a no-hitter on Friday night. Did the Mets miss out on trying to pursue him at …

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Mike Trout Is Done For The Year... and The Shame of the Angels 30:08

13d ago30:08

30:08

Mike Trout, baseball's best player in the 2010's, is hurt again. His prime is likely over. And to the shame of the Angels, he has had few seasons of consequence. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Stitch Fix With Stitch Fix, you get a Stylist who understands your style, size and budget—they do all the shopping for you! Now’s the best time to ge…

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Will Any More Mets Top Prospects Make Their Debut in 2024? 28:46

14d ago28:46

28:46

With two months left to play this season, will the New York Mets get any reinforcements from their top prospects in their playoff push? Host Ryan Finkelstein breaks down how players like Luisangel Acuna, Brandon Sproat or Mike Vasil could play roles down the stretch, while also checking in on Brett Baty, Blade Tidwell and Drew Gilbert. JOIN THE LOC…

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The A's Should Leave Their Name In Oakland 26:03

12d ago26:03

26:03

If and when the A's move from Oakland, they should abondon the name. When teams like the Orioles, Rangers, Twins, Brewers or Nationals changed their name, it allowed the teams to have a totally fresh identity. Plus the A's finished a successful July and hope to have that carry over into August while facing the Dodgers. Support Us By Supporting Our …

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Dodger Concerns and White Sox Disaster 33:15

12d ago33:15

33:15

The Dodgers look a little wobbly and will go to the last third of the season not looking like champs. The White Sox are astonishingly horrible, the Orioles have fans who think I am wrong and the Angels are nutso. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Stitch Fix With Stitch Fix, you get a Stylist who understands your style, size and budget—they do …

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Giants Blank A's In Last San Francisco Game 27:50

14d ago27:50

27:50

Ross Stripling was good but Logan Webb was better as the A's were blanked 1-0. The final two months of the Oakland A's has begun. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Stitch Fix With Stitch Fix, you get a Stylist who understands your style, size and budget—they do all the shopping for you! Now’s the best time to get started at StitchFix.com/MLB a…

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